Akif Ali Khamis
Mr. Akif Ali Khamis is the Director General of the Zanzibar Ports Corporation, where he is responsible for overseeing port operations and addressing logistical challenges. Recently, he has been in the news due to significant delays at Malindi Port caused by an unprecedented surge in cargo volumes, which he attributes to ongoing infrastructure projects across the islands. He is actively seeking solutions to alleviate the congestion and improve shipping efficiency, including fast-tracking the commissioning of a new bulk terminal and collaborating with Fumba Port to enhance cargo offloading capabilities.
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Akif Ali Khamis is the Director General of the Zanzibar Ports Corporation (ZPC).
Fuel prices up in Zanzibar as ZURA announces new rates
Tanzania· 2025-11-08
ZPC Director General Akif Ali Khamis announced an 80 percent reduction in wharfage charges for food products.
Zanzibar cuts port charges on food imports to stabilise prices after election disruptionsTanzania· 2025-11-07
Zanzibar Ports Corporation (ZPC) Director General Akif Ali Khamis last month said the upgrades would position the Isles as a major regional commercial hub capable of handling large international vessels.
Ports projects position Zanzibar as EAC’s major trade gatewayTanzania· 2025-09-18
Akif Ali Khamis, Director General of Zanzibar Ports Corporation, stated that the changes to port infrastructure are already underway.
Zanzibar to spend $400 million on transformation of port infrastructureTanzania· 2025-08-26
Mr Akif Ali Khamis attributed the delays at Malindi Port to an unexpected surge in cargo volumes.
Zanzibar battles record cargo inflows as Maersk cautions clientsTanzania· 2025-07-05